February is one of the wettest months in much of Bolivia with heavy, sometimes prolonged rains in Amazon and lowland regions; highland areas can also see storms. Carnival events like Oruro attract many visitors despite the rains. Road access to remote highland and jungle communities can be difficult during heavy downpours.
SeasonLow SeasonTemperature Altiplano: -2 to 13°C (28 to 55°F); Lowlands: 22 to 31°C (72 to 88°F)Crowds LowPrices Low
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Weather by City in February
CityLow / highRain
La Paz
Cool
5°17° 105 mm
Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Warm
22°31° 139 mm
Cochabamba
Mild
12°25° 142 mm
Sucre
Cool
11°23° 116 mm
Oruro
Cool
5°19° 92 mm
Sacaba
Cool
11°24° 155 mm
Quillacollo
Mild
11°25° 141 mm
Average daily low and high (°C) and monthly rainfall. The badge shows how it feels, allowing for humidity.
Temperature map
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Average temperature across Bolivia in February.
Where to Go in Bolivia in February
Altiplano & Lake Titicaca
La Paz, El Alto, Uyuni, Potosí
February keeps the plateau in a wet rhythm with frequent afternoon showers and muddy roads away from main routes. Oruro’s carnival season often falls here and the city is cold but lively; Uyuni’s salt flats can be spectacularly reflective or inaccessible by ordinary car where water pools deep. Visits to high-altitude towns mean nights that can drop below freezing, so warm sleeping layers and a contingency for transport delays are sensible.
Inter‑Andean Valleys
Cochabamba, Sucre, Tarija
February keeps the valleys green and occasionally soggy as the summer wet season continues; terraces around Cochabamba and Sucre can be slippery. Cultural life remains active-Carnival events and local fiestas may coincide with sudden rain, so waterproof shoes and a flexible schedule help. Tarija sees high humidity and warm nights, a lively time for bodegas but not ideal if you want uninterrupted wine‑country sun.
Yungas & Cloud Forest Slopes
Coroico, La Cumbre, Caranavi
February continues the soggy pattern with daily storms and a humid, muggy air that favors dense jungle growth and abundant birdlife calls. River tours and canopy walks can be spectacular but subject to cancellation after heavy rain; road travel between La Paz and Coroico becomes slow and sometimes dangerous due to mud. Pack quick‑dry clothing, insect protection and prepare to rearrange itineraries at short notice.
Amazon Basin & Beni Pampas
Rurrenabaque, Trinidad, Guayaramerín
February continues the very wet pattern with daily heavy rain and widespread flooding in the seasonally inundated savannas. Birdwatching and wildlife viewing are excellent from boats as animals concentrate on higher patches, but sticky heat and mosquitos make jungle nights sultry and insect screens essential. Travelers should choose reputable lodges that operate boat transfers and be prepared for river timetables rather than road schedules.
Santa Cruz Lowlands & Gran Chaco
Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Sama Valley, Yacuíba
February remains dominated by high humidity and frequent heavy downpours; the heat can feel oppressive in the afternoons and thunderstorms may cut short outdoor plans. Rural tracks to estancias in the Chaco or nearby wetlands may become boggy, so 4x4 transfers are common. For city stays, light cotton clothing and a reliable umbrella make sense; for wildlife visits, waterproof boots and insect repellent are key.
Events & Festivals in February
Oruro Carnival
The Oruro Carnival (dates vary with the liturgical calendar) is a major cultural event featuring folkloric dances and processions, usually in February or March.
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See how February compares with the rest of the year, then read the full guide.
